Review of Related Literature and Studies
This chapter deals with related literature and studies that the researcher considered important in the conduct of the study.
Related Literature
One of the most important abilities teachers must acquire is being able to manage the classroom. As described by Savage and Savage (2010) classroom management refers to the role of a teacher in creating a classroom environment where success is possible. It refers to how order is established and maintained in the classroom. Wong and Wong (2004) stated that classroom management is a vital key to students’ academic success and should be the teacher’s first concern. Inside the classroom, classroom management is an integral part of teaching. As described by Castro (2000) the teacher serves as the manager inside the classroom. His function includes all activities and the success of which depends on how well he can guide students properly. Unless classroom procedures are spelled out carefully, much time will be wasted. A well managed class is conducive to mental growth and development. Learning becomes interesting and enjoyable under favorable working conditions. Pleasant surrounding induces good thoughts and inspires both teacher and students to do their best. Krause et al (2003) claimed that classroom management is certainly concerned with behavior, but it can also be defined more broadly as involving the planning, organization and control of learners, the learning process and the classroom environment to create and maintain an effective learning experience.
According to Harry K. Wong (2012) students’ academic achievement is a result of good classroom management. Similarly, Lew-Palmer et al (2008) concluded that classroom management is directly tied to levels of student involvement and academic achievement making it an important component of teaching.
Lardizabal et al (2000) on one hand, pointed out that one of the problems that confront a beginning teacher is